THE RIGHT TROUSERS

23.09.12

There are few essential trouser types which every man needs in his wardrobe. From chinos to jeans and even cords, stride through your weekend with sartorial ease, as we highlight our must-have trousers for AW12.

Coloured Chinos

The chino love affair continues this season, but it's time to swap classic stone for rose. Offering a great alternative to summer's lighter shades, wear these autumnal chinos with a denim shirt and a chunky knit for an off-duty look with a splash of colour.

Cords have been off the style radar for a while, but in a season where heritage inspiration is so strong, it's the perfect time to re-discover. Wear them with a similarly 'heritage' colour palette; forest green, chestnut and smoky grey all work nicely.

Slightly smarter and a touch quirkier, houndstooth checks continue the heritage theme. Wear them with a velvety-soft suede bomber jacket and lightest grey sweatshirt to off-set the country feel with something a little sportier and city-appropriate.

We posted about our admiration for selvedge at the start of the season, so it's no surprise these jeans have made their way into our essential hit list. Roll the cuffs to expose that desirable red tab and wear them with a suede brogue boot and textured socks.